1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1959 Alvis TD
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Alvis TD. (117 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1959 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 27 kg more than 1959 Alvis TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1959 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Citroen | Alvis |
| Model | Rally Raid | TD |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
