1976 Citroen GS vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen GS weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | GS | Spark |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
