1974 Austin 1800 vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1974 Austin 1800 is newer by 1 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 20 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin 1800 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 1800 | GS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 56 L |
