1974 Citroen GS vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 2 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 173 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chrysler Centura 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 1976 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
| Model | GS | Centura |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
