1973 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 322 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | GS | Leon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 62 L |
