1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 234 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 560 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3000 mm |
