1974 Citroen GS vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 23 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 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 152 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Citroen GS (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Life |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
