1974 Citroen GS vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Corona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
