1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1994 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1994 Subaru Vivio 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, 1979 Citroen GSA (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 266 kg more than 1994 Subaru Vivio. 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, 1979 Citroen GSA (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen GSA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1994 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | GSA | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
