2006 Audi A3 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 32 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 440 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
