1974 Citroen GS vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 530 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
