1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma 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 158 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Rally Raid | Megagamma |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2484 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |