1974 Citroen GS vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1979 Subaru Coupe is newer by 5 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 7 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | GS | Coupe |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |