1975 Citroen GS vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, both 1975 Citroen GS and 1975 Avanti Avanti were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 690 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Avanti Avanti 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 1975 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen GS | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Citroen | Avanti |
Model | GS | Avanti |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 1014 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |