1973 Citroen GS vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 38 L |
