1972 Citroen GS vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 30 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 800 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.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
