1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2004 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Seat Leon is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Leon (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Leon weights approximately 300 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, 2004 Seat Leon (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2004 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | GSA | Leon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |