1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1975 Citroen GS
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,014 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Metro weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Citroen GS.
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 (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1975 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Metro | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
