1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 1974 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen GSA has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen GSA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | GSA | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |