1974 Citroen GS vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 16 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 188 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.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (119 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Tempra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
