1989 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 16 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 1,992 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Audi 100 (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | GS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
