1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2003 Honda Legend
To start off, 2003 Honda Legend is newer by 24 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 730 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, 2003 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 2003 Honda Legend 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. 2003 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2003 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | GSA | Legend |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
