1959 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 480 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Citroen GSA | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | GSA |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |