1970 Citroen GS vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Citroen GS. (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen GS. (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen GS | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | GS | 75 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
