1973 Citroen GS vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 40 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, 1973 Citroen GS (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Prius |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
