2000 Citroen Saxo vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 2000 Citroen Saxo 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 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Citroen Saxo. 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 Citroen Saxo (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Saxo | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Saxo | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
