1973 Citroen GS vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 21 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 58 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 502 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. 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 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | GS | AX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
