1973 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 39 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 (2 cylinders), 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 82 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | GS | Insight |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |