1973 Citroen GS vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 6 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 330 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
