1973 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (106 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 679 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 2012 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | GS | Liberty |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1836 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 74 L |