1972 Citroen GS vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 1972 Citroen GS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS.
Because 1957 Ford Consul 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1957 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Consul |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
