1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1950 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 952 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1950 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Rally Raid | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2380 mm |
