1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 17 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, 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 295 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. 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, 1973 Citroen GS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen C 15 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C 15 | GS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 56 L |
