1971 Citroen GS vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 1971 Citroen GS and 1971 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 65 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 1971 Nissan Bluebird 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 1971 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen GS | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | GS | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |