1974 Citroen GS vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 37 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS.
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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | GS | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |