1975 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 640 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.
Because 2007 Kia K2700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Kia K2700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia K2700 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 K2700 | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | GS | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1014 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
