1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 10 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 1,990 cc, 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1973 Citroen GS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | GS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
