1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 27 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 961 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | GSA | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
