1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph Spitfire 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) has 239 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 663 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. 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 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Rally Raid | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2110 mm |
