1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 110 (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 110 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 1951 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | GS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
