1973 Citroen GS vs. 1995 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1995 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 22 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, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1995 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 1995 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
