1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | GSA | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |