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Citroen GS 1.2 (59 Hp) 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979
Citroen GS 1.2 (59 Hp) 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979
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General information

Name

Citroen GS 1.2 (59 Hp) 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979

Brand

Citroen
Model

GS
Generation

GS
Year of production

1973

Number of seats

5

Number of doors

4

Body type

Hatchback
Powertrain architecture

Internal Combustion engine
Engine Modification

1.2 (59 Hp)

Power

59 Hp @ 5750 rpm.

Torque (Nm)

87 Nm @ 3250 rpm.

Electrical System

Performance specs

Acceleration 0-100 km/h

16.1 sec

Maximum speed (km/h)

151 km/h

Engine specs

Engine #1

Power
59 Hp @ 5750 rpm.
Power per litre
48.3 Hp/l
Torque
87 Nm @ 3250 rpm.
Engine displacement
1222 cm3
Number of cylinders
4
Position of cylinders
Boxer
Cylinder bore
77 mm
Piston stroke
65.5 mm
Compression ratio
8.2
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)

Space volume and weights

Curb weight (kg)

930 kg

Max weight (kg)

1345 kg

Fuel tank capacity (l)

43 l

Trunk boot space minimum (l)

409 l

Trunk boot space maximum (l)

846 l

Dimensions

Length (mm)

4120 mm

Width (mm)

1608 mm

Height (mm)

1349 mm

Wheelbase (mm)

2550 mm

Front track (mm)

1378 mm

Rear track (mm)

1328 mm

Minimum turning circle turning diameter (mm)

9.7 m

Drivetrain brakes and suspension specs

Drivetrain architecture

The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.

Drive wheel

Front wheel drive

Front suspension system

Hydro-pneumatic element, Double wishbone

Rear suspension system

Hydro-pneumatic element, Trailing arm

Front brakes

Disc

Rear brakes

Disc

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