1970 Citroen GS vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1970 Citroen GS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 312 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 1959 Ford Zodiac 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 1959 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen GS | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | GS | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |