1974 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 36 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari A10 weights approximately 338 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.
Because 2010 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 1974 Citroen GS has automatic transmission and 2010 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2010 Ascari A10 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 | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ascari |
| Model | GS | A10 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2636 mm |
