1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 13 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 2,615 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 380 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 1992 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | GSA | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |