1973 Citroen GS vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 is newer by 17 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, 1973 Citroen GS (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
Because 1990 Peugeot 505 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 1990 Peugeot 505. 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, 1990 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | GS | 505 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
