1987 Audi 80 vs. 1972 Citroen GS
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 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, 1987 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1972 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | GS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
