1972 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 40 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 965 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 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen GS | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | GS | Q5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 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 | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |