1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulietta | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1357 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3000 mm |
