1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2007 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 28 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Coupe (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 508 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, 2007 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2007 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | GSA | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
