1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 555 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Record |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
