1974 Citroen GS vs. 1974 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, both 1974 Citroen GS and 1974 Volkswagen Beetle were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Beetle. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 82 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Beetle. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1974 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
