1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 20 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GSA | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
