1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GTV | GS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
