1972 Citroen GS vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 743 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | GS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
