1972 Citroen GS vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 23 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Polo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
