1970 Citroen GS vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
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 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 236 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 2600. 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 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen GS | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | GS | 2600 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |