1975 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 478 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen GS | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | GS | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1014 cc | 1582 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84.5 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 | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |