1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 12 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 28 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | GS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
