1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1996 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Outback (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Outback weights approximately 470 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.
Because 1996 Subaru Outback 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, 1996 Subaru Outback 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, 1996 Subaru Outback (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 1996 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen GSA has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen GSA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | GSA | Outback |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
