1971 Citroen GS vs. 1989 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1989 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | GS | Applause |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
