1972 Citroen GS vs. 1972 Ford Cortina
To start off, both 1972 Citroen GS and 1972 Ford Cortina were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 154 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 1972 Ford Cortina 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 1972 Ford Cortina. 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, 1972 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen GS | 1972 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | GS | Cortina |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 63 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 87 L |