1974 Citroen GS vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 150 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.
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 Seat Cordoba (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | GS | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |