1971 Citroen GS vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 110 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
| Model | GS | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
