1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1981 Fiat 126
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 126 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 272 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 865 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. 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 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1981 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Rally Raid | 126 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1850 mm |
