1974 Citroen GS vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 15 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 205 (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205.
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, 1989 Peugeot 205 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | GS | 205 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
