1974 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 97 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | GS | 206 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
