1973 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 34 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 573 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | GS | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
