1975 Citroen GS vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Citroen GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 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 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
