1975 Citroen GS vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen GS weights approximately 44 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
