1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 520 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 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | GSA | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |