1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1971 Tatra T603
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Tatra T603 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 192 more horse power than 1971 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1971 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Tatra T603 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1971 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | Rally Raid | T603 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
