1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Rally Raid | P5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
