1998 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 25 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 2,465 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 340 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.
Because 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2465 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
