1970 Citroen GS vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1970 Citroen GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Toyota Crown (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 470 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 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. 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, 1960 Toyota Crown (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen GS | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Crown |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
