1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 915 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | GSA | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |