1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Rally Raid | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
