1985 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 12 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 (2 cylinders), 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
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 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | GS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
