1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | Rally Raid | Mangusta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
