1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda 1200 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 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 440 kg more than 1961 Skoda 1200. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Rally Raid | 1200 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2690 mm |