1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia 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 244 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 500 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. 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 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Rally Raid | Appia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
