1972 Audi Variant vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 380 kg more than 1972 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Variant | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3000 mm |
