1990 Audi 200 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1990 Audi 200 is newer by 16 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 590 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.
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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 200 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | GS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
