1975 Citroen GS vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, both 1975 Citroen GS and 1975 Dodge Aspen were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 630 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 Dodge Aspen 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 Dodge Aspen. 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 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen GS | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | GS | Aspen |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1014 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |