1974 Citroen GS vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Corsa (59 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa.
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, 1996 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | GS | Corsa |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |