1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2003 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid 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 168 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 388 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2003 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Rally Raid | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2280 mm |