1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 298 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 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | GSA | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |