1976 Citroen GS vs. 1971 Ford GT 70
To start off, 1976 Citroen GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 70 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 70 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen GS weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Because 1971 Ford GT 70 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 1971 Ford GT 70. 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, 1971 Ford GT 70 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford GT 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 1971 Ford GT 70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | GT 70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2330 mm |
