1977 Citroen GS vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 586 kg more than 1977 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari Mondial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 86 L |
