1971 Citroen GS vs. 2002 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 31 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen GS weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2002 Vauxhall VX220 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 2002 Vauxhall VX220. 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, 2002 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2002 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | GS | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
