1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 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 210 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Rally Raid | 1800 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |