1973 Citroen GS vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 40 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia.
Because 1956 Lancia Aurelia 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | GS | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |