1974 Citroen GS vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 39 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 588 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | GS | ATS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2772 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
