1974 Citroen GS vs. 1986 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1986 Seat Ronda 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 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Seat Ronda (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 42 kg more than 1986 Seat Ronda.
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, 1986 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1986 Seat Ronda | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | GS | Ronda |
Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |