1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 320 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | GSA | Mobilio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |