1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 ZAZ 966 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 270 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 710 kg more than 1968 ZAZ 966. 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 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Citroen | ZAZ |
| Model | Rally Raid | 966 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2170 mm |
