1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1991 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 260 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1991 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GSA | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
