1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. 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 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Rally Raid | Octavia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |