1974 Citroen GS vs. 1974 Seat 127
To start off, both 1974 Citroen GS and 1974 Seat 127 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,222 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 235 kg more than 1974 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen GS (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1974 Seat 127 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | GS | 127 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |