1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1966 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1966 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 352 kg more than 1966 Simca Ariane. 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 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1966 Simca Ariane | |
Make | Citroen | Simca |
Model | Rally Raid | Ariane |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |