1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 536 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 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2010 Honda Stream | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | GSA | Stream |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |