1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 6 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 530 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.
Because 1985 Ferrari Mondial 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 1985 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | GSA | Mondial |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 86 L |