1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 11 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Rally Raid | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
