1970 Citroen GS vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1970 Citroen GS and 1970 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen GS (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen GS weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Kadett 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 1970 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Opel Kadett (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen GS | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | GS | Kadett |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |