1975 Citroen GS vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 16 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (57 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 60 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.
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, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | GS | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
