1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1976 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 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 160 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (137 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 455 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1976 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Rally Raid | 131 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |
