1973 Citroen GS vs. 1997 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 475 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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 1997 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | GS | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |