1974 Citroen GS vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
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 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | GS | Starlet |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |