1974 Citroen GS vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 45 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | GS | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
