1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 24 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Metro | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
