1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 Porsche 914
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 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 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 212 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 484 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Rally Raid | 914 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
