1976 Citroen GS vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 200 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 Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
