1971 Citroen GS vs. 1976 Renault 12
To start off, 1976 Renault 12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 12 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1976 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | 12 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
