2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 691 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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
