1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 11 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Concerto weights approximately 120 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | GSA | Concerto |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |