1974 Citroen GS vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 323 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 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 1996 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1996 Skoda Octavia 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 | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | GS | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
