1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2010 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2010 Fiat Multipla is newer by 31 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Multipla (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 430 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, 2010 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2010 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GSA | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
