1974 Citroen GS vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 6 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 13 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, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
