1977 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1977 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GS | 500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
