1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 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 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 124 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen GSA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | GSA | Panda |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |