1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1989 Fiat Croma
To start off, 1989 Fiat Croma is newer by 10 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Croma (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Croma weights approximately 430 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.
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, 1989 Fiat Croma (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1989 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GSA | Croma |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
