1973 Audi Asso vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, both 1973 Audi Asso and 1973 Citroen GS were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc, 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
Because 1973 Audi Asso is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Audi Asso. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Audi Asso (163 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm). This means 1973 Audi Asso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Audi Asso | 1973 Citroen GS | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Asso | GS |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 137 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |