2001 Audi A2 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 28 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 140 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A2 | GS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
