1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1976 Citroen GS
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen GS would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 407 kg more than 1976 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1976 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Beretta | GS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
