1971 Citroen GS vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1971 Citroen GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 512 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | GS | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
