1971 Citroen GS vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 1993 Renault 19 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 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault 19 weights approximately 300 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 Renault 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1993 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | 19 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
