1974 Citroen GS vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1021 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 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | GS | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
