1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 Vauxhall Magnum
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 Vauxhall Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Magnum 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 220 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 452 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. 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 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 Vauxhall Magnum | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | Rally Raid | Magnum |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |