1974 Citroen GS vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster 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 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | GS | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |
