1974 Citroen GS vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, both 1974 Citroen GS and 1974 Ford Capri were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 55 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 1974 Ford Capri (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Capri |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
