1974 Citroen GS vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
