1977 Citroen GS vs. 2001 Honda Insight
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 24 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 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Citroen GS weights approximately 44 kg more than 2001 Honda Insight.
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, 2001 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 2001 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Insight |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
