1971 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 750 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | GS | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4356 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2662 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
