1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 495 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GSA | B |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
