1973 Citroen GS vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter 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, 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (107 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 294 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Citroen GS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
