1974 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 31 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 1,222 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 25 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, 1974 Citroen GS (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | GS | Arosa |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |