1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1966 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair 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 238 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 565 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. 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 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1966 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
