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, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 200 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.
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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 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 | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
