1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 585 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 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | GSA | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
