1971 Citroen GS vs. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 29 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 200 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | GS | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 117 L |
