1974 Citroen GS vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 35 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 416 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.
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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | GS | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |
