1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1970 Citroen GS
To start off, both 1970 Chrysler Centura and 1970 Citroen GS were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Chrysler Centura 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 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 1970 Citroen GS | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Centura | GS |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |