1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1995 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 215 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, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1995 Nissan 100 NX | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | GSA | 100 NX |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |