1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 1750 | GS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
