1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen GSA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen GSA (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 16 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, 1979 Citroen GSA (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen GSA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | GSA | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
