1974 Citroen GS vs. 1982 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1982 Fiat Vivace is newer by 8 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1982 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1982 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2230 mm |
