1973 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 25 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, both vehicles can yield 106 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Carina |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 59 L |
