1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1957 Ford Escort
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen GSA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen GSA (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 123 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Escort 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 1957 Ford Escort. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen GSA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1957 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GSA | Escort |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 31 L |
