1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1957 Rover P4
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 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 20 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Rally Raid | P4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
