1973 Citroen GS vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 430 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen GS | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | GS | Forester |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | electric |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2615 mm |
