1999 Acura Integra vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 25 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura Integra weights approximately 228 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, 1999 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | Integra | GS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
