1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven 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 211 more horse power than 1971 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1971 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 856 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven. 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) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Rally Raid | Seven |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2240 mm |
