1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | Lagonda | GS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2560 mm |
