1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Octavia is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 325 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.
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, 1996 Skoda Octavia (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | GSA | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
