1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 1976 Citroen GS
To start off, 1976 Citroen GS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 430 kg more than 1976 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1948 AC 2-Litre (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 1976 Citroen GS | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | 2-Litre | GS |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 43 L |
