1977 Citroen GS vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 29 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 825 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.
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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | GS | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
