1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1979 Renault 12
To start off, both 1979 Citroen GSA and 1979 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen GSA (56 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 12 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1979 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GSA | 12 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
