1974 Citroen GS vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | GS | Escort |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 63 mm |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |