1972 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 638 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen GS | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | GS | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88.2 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 | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
