1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 475 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GSA | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
