1973 Citroen GS vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1990 Honda Shuttle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,990 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Honda Shuttle. 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, 1973 Citroen GS (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1990 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
