1976 Citroen GS vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 686 kg more than 1976 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen GS | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | GS | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
