1974 Citroen GS vs. 1979 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1979 Zastava 1500 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 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 98 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 1979 Zastava 1500 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 1979 Zastava 1500. 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, 1979 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 1979 Zastava 1500 has manual transmission. 1979 Zastava 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1979 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Citroen | Zastava |
Model | GS | 1500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |