1973 Citroen GS vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 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 1953 Fiat 1100. 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 Citroen GS (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 38 L |
