2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 26 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 160 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Prizm | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
