1970 Citroen GS vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 375 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen GS | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Marea |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
