1974 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda 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 Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 114 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 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | GS | Panda |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |