1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 450 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 1952 Austin A 90 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 1952 Austin A 90. 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | GS |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
