1976 Citroen GS vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 26 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 525 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Altima |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 81 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 | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 73 L |
