1974 Citroen GS vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 17 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 74 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva.
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, 1991 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2300 mm |
