1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1993 Fiat 126
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 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 270 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 807 kg more than 1993 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1993 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Rally Raid | 126 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1850 mm |
