1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 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 238 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 230 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. 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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Rally Raid | 132 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
