1970 Citroen GS vs. 1999 Honda Insight
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 29 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 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen GS weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight.
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, 1999 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen GS | 1999 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | GS | Insight |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |