1972 Citroen GS vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 27 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 585 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Galant |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
