1971 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 36 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 290 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.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2007 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | GS | Terios |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
