1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 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 263 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 695 kg more than 1969 DAF 44. 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 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | Rally Raid | 44 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2260 mm |
