1973 Citroen GS vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 33 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 545 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 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | GS | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |
