1974 Citroen GS vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, both 1974 Citroen GS and 1974 Skoda 110 L were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 69 kg more than 1974 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Skoda 110 L 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 Skoda 110 L. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | GS | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
