1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 1982 Holden Camira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen GSA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen GSA would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Camira weights approximately 120 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, 1982 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1982 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | GSA | Camira |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
