2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
