1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 770 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GSA | C |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
