1974 Citroen GS vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 27 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 565 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, 2001 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | GS | 75 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
