1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1969 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen GSA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 255 kg more than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Because 1969 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen GSA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | GSA | Consorte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
