1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,222 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 250 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen GS (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 35 | GS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 43 L |
