1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 11 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 54 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | GS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
