1975 Citroen GS vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 21 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 365 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.
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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | Marea |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
