1974 Citroen GS vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 05-Sep 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS.
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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | GS | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
