1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1979 Citroen GSA
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen GSA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA, 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, 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1979 Citroen GSA | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulietta | GSA |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |