1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 12 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 (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen GSA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen GSA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GSA | Panda |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |
