1971 Citroen GS vs. 1994 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 205 is newer by 23 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 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen GS weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 205.
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, 1994 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1994 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | GS | 205 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
