1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 210 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1983 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | GSA | Charade |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
