1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen GSA (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA.
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 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | GSA | Fabia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |