1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 394 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 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GSA | Golf |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |
