1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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) has 230 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 700 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. 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 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Rally Raid | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2110 mm |
