1976 Citroen GS vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | GS | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
