1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 10 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Citroen GSA (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen GSA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GSA | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
