1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2005 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 26 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 925 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen GSA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 2005 Dodge Nitro 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. 2005 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2005 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | GSA | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
