1975 Citroen GS vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen GS weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Uno |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
