1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1971 Citroen GS
To start off, 1971 Citroen GS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 562 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1971 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | GS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
