1974 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 24 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 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | GS | Laputa |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |