1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,461 cc, 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 255 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 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | GSA | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1461 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
