1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | 1600 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |