2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1975 Citroen GS
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1975 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Impala | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
