1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno 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 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 19 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 244 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Citroen GSA (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen GSA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GSA | Uno |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 41 L |
