1974 Citroen GS vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 450 kg more 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | GS | C5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
