1974 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 38 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | GS | 500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |