1974 Citroen GS vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1976 Porsche 912 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 196 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 Porsche 912 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 Porsche 912. 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 Porsche 912 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | GS | 912 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |