1976 Citroen GS vs. 1976 Mini MK IV
To start off, both 1976 Citroen GS and 1976 Mini MK IV were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mini MK IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mini MK IV (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mini MK IV should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen GS weights approximately 245 kg more than 1976 Mini MK IV.
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, 1976 Mini MK IV (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mini MK IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen GS | 1976 Mini MK IV | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | GS | MK IV |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |