1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 33 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A1 weights approximately 120 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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 2012 Audi A1 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | GSA | A1 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2469 mm |