1975 Citroen GS vs. 2001 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 26 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 1,014 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen GS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
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, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen GS | 2001 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | GS | Naked |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
