1974 Citroen GS vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 125 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | GS | 220 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
