1973 Citroen GS vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 38 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 750 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | GS | Safari |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |