1974 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 38 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 748 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | GS | i40 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
