1976 Citroen GS vs. 1950 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1976 Citroen GS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Citroen GS.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 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 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1950 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 1950 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
