1974 Citroen GS vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 22 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 58 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
Model | GS | Nazca |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |