1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 752 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR weights approximately 260 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 Koenigsegg CCR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Koenigsegg CCR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 826 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Citroen | Koenigsegg |
| Model | GSA | CCR |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 394 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2659 mm |
