1974 Citroen GS vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Celica 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 30 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 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Celica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
