1974 Citroen GS vs. 2004 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse 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 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 843 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, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2004 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
