1974 Citroen GS vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 204 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.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | GS | Impreza |
Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |