1974 Citroen GS vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 32 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 646 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GS | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
