1974 Citroen GS vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (75 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 62 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Because 1967 Opel Olympia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | GS | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
