1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 14 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 536 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GSA | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
