1973 Citroen GS vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1975 Porsche 924 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,990 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 924 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 84 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 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 1975 Porsche 924. 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, 1975 Porsche 924 (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | GS | 924 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 61 L |
