1976 Citroen GS vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1976 Citroen GS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda 440 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1976 Citroen GS.
Because 1959 Skoda 440 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 1959 Skoda 440. 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, 1959 Skoda 440 (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | GS | 440 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
