1971 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 645 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 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen GS | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | GS | Impreza |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |