1974 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 925 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 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen GS has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen GS | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | GS | Antara |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1222 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |