1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1970 Citroen GS
To start off, 1970 Citroen GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen GS weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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 GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1970 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GTA | GS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
