2007 Audi TT vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 34 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 630 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 2007 Audi TT 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, 2007 Audi TT 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, 2007 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
