1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1976 Citroen GS
To start off, 1976 Citroen GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen GS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1976 Citroen GS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Alfasud | GS |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 59 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |