1970 Citroen GS vs. 1989 Tatra T613
To start off, 1989 Tatra T613 is newer by 19 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 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Tatra T613 weights approximately 810 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 1989 Tatra T613 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 1989 Tatra T613. 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, 1989 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen GS | 1989 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | GS | T613 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2990 mm |
