1973 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 37 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1462 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.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 98 L |
