1974 Citroen GS vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1976 Renault 15 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 15 weights approximately 23 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GS | 15 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
