1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1979 Porsche 936
To start off, both 1979 Citroen GSA and 1979 Porsche 936 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,142 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 936 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 936 (573 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 218 kg more than 1979 Porsche 936.
Because 1979 Porsche 936 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 1979 Porsche 936. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1979 Porsche 936 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | GSA | 936 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2142 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 702 kg |
