1974 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 655 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Croma |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
