1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1982 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corolla 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, 1982 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1982 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 1982 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen GSA has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen GSA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1982 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | GSA | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |