1973 Citroen GS vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 22 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | GS | 406 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
