1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 135 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 135 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 1954 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1954 Austin A 135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 135 | GS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 56 L |
