1974 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 33 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 93 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | GS | Materia |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |