1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | GSA | Jetta |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |