1973 Citroen GS vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. 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 55 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 190 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 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, 1973 Citroen GS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | GS | Appia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
