1974 Citroen GS vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 325 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, 1965 Toyota Crown (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | GS | Crown |
Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 85 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |