1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 743 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 240 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 2007 Koenigsegg CCX 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 2007 Koenigsegg CCX. 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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 821 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2007 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Citroen | Koenigsegg |
| Model | GSA | CCX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
