1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2003 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Seat Toledo 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Toledo 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, 2003 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2003 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | GSA | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
