1971 Citroen GS vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Supra weights approximately 226 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 Toyota Supra 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 Toyota Supra. 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 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Supra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
