1974 Citroen GS vs. 1995 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 21 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 12 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 1995 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1995 Daihatsu Applause 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 | 1995 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | GS | Applause |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
