1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 600 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | GSA | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
