1974 Citroen GS vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Panda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
