1977 Citroen GS vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 583 kg more than 1977 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Citroen GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Citroen GS | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | GS | Legacy |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |