1972 Citroen GS vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 307 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 510 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, 2002 Peugeot 307 (204 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | GS | 307 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
