1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Because 1994 Suzuki Swift 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, 1994 Suzuki Swift 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, 1994 Suzuki Swift (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | GSA | Swift |
| 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 | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
