1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1970 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1970 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 860 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Rally Raid | Seven |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2240 mm |