1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1975 Citroen GS
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 28 kg more than 1975 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1975 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | GS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
