1971 Citroen GS vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 32 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto 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 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Punto |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
