1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1982 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1982 Skoda Rapid R 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen GSA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen GSA (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Skoda Rapid R 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 1982 Skoda Rapid R. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1982 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | GSA | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
