1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea 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 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 198 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (261 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Rally Raid | Idea |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
