1986 AC Ace vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 13 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 AC Ace (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | GS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 56 L |
