1973 Citroen GS vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 280 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, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | GS | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
