1971 Citroen GS vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Toyota Camry is newer by 28 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Camry weights approximately 485 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, 1999 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Camry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
