1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1995 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1995 Reliant Scimitar 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 27 kg more than 1995 Reliant Scimitar.
Because 1995 Reliant Scimitar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Reliant Scimitar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1995 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | GSA | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2140 mm |
