1975 Citroen GS vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1975 Citroen GS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | GS | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
