1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |
