1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 32 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 115 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | GSA | 2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2489 mm |
