1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 29 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 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.
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, 2008 Mazda 5 (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 2008 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen GSA has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen GSA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | GSA | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
