1971 Citroen GS vs. 2000 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento 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 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen GS weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. 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 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2000 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
