2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 717 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 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 | 1607 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
