1985 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Citroen GS
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 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, 1985 Audi 100 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1971 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | GS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
