1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2005 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2005 Mazda Demio 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen GSA (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Demio weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA.
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, 2005 Mazda Demio (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2005 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | GSA | Demio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
