1974 Citroen GS vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 25 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | GS | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
