1974 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 568 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 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Auris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Auris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Auris |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
