1971 Citroen GS vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 21 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 330 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.
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, 1992 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Carina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
