1974 Austin Maxi vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, both 1974 Austin Maxi and 1974 Citroen GS were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Austin Maxi (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin Maxi weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. 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, 1974 Austin Maxi (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin Maxi | 1974 Citroen GS | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Maxi | GS |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1222 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 65.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |