1974 Citroen GS vs. 1983 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1983 Honda Quintet is newer by 9 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Quintet (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Quintet should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Quintet weights approximately 50 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, 1983 Honda Quintet (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Quintet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1983 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | GS | Quintet |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |