1974 Citroen GS vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 12 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 22 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
