2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Prizm | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 56 L |
