2009 Audi TT vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 36 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 1,990 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
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, 2009 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
