1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM 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 5,703 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1780 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.
Because 1991 Lamborghini LM 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 Lamborghini LM 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1991 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | GSA | LM |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |