1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen GSA (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 1951 Fiat 1400. 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, 1979 Citroen GSA (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen GSA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | GSA | 1400 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |