1977 Citroen GS vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 34 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | GS | FX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |
