1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 20 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 280 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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | GSA | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |