2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1973 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen GS (107 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. 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, 1973 Citroen GS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 1973 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Kalos | GS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
