1972 Citroen GS vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1972 Citroen GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat Dino 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 1967 Fiat Dino. 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen GS | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | GS | Dino |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 57 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |