1973 Citroen GS vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 1996 Rover 800 is newer by 23 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 265 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, 1996 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1996 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | GS | 800 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
