1976 Citroen GS vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 360 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
