1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1979 Citroen GSA
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 640 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 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 1978 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 1979 Citroen GSA | |
Make | Avanti | Citroen |
Model | Avanti | GSA |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |