1974 Citroen GS vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 528 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | GS | Forester |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
