1976 Citroen GS vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Citroen GS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Corona weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Citroen GS.
Because 1957 Toyota Corona 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 1957 Toyota Corona. 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, 1976 Citroen GS (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Corona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
