1977 Citroen GS vs. 1974 Fiat 500
To start off, 1977 Citroen GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Citroen GS weights approximately 374 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Citroen GS (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 1974 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | 500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 22 L |
