1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1953 Citroen 15
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 125 kg more than 1953 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1953 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Rally Raid | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3100 mm |
