1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser.
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 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1983 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | GSA | Laser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
