1971 Citroen GS vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Avella weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | GS | Avella |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
