1974 Citroen GS vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 592 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GS | Transit Connect |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
