1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid 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 220 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Rally Raid | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
