1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1978 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada 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 236 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 632 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. 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) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1978 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Rally Raid | Strada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
