1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 625 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 310 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3000 mm |
