1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1982 Fiat 131
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 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 226 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 425 kg more than 1982 Fiat 131. 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1982 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Rally Raid | 131 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |