1970 Citroen GS vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1979 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 940 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 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen GS | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
