1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 372 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Citroen GS (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | GS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |
