1974 Citroen GS vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 36 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 981 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 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 2010 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | GS | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
