1972 Citroen GS vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 710 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, 2001 Lancia Zeta (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | GS | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
