1973 Citroen GS vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Lancia Appia 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 1957 Lancia Appia. 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, 1957 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | GS | Appia |
Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |