1972 Citroen GS vs. 1997 Ford Ka
To start off, 1997 Ford Ka is newer by 25 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen GS weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka.
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, 1997 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 1997 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Ka |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
