1972 Citroen GS vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 124 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | GS | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
