1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 21 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen GSA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 85 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 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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. 2000 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | GSA | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
