1971 Citroen GS vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 22 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 698 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Legend |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
