1971 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 34 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 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 55 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen GS weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2005 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | GS | Charade |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 750 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 36 L |
