1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1387 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 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | GSA | Polo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |