1974 Citroen GS vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1975 Simca 1100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 32 kg more than 1975 Simca 1100.
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 (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 1975 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1975 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | GS | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
