1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 440 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 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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, 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1967 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Willys-Overland |
| Model | GSA | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
