1970 Citroen GS vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen GS | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | 145 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
