1973 Citroen GS vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 114 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | GS | Renown |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
