1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen GSA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen GSA (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 95 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | GSA | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |