1973 Citroen GS vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1982 Ford Meteor is newer by 9 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor.
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, 1982 Ford Meteor (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
