1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (63 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 693 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 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen GSA has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen GSA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Citroen | Buick |
| Model | GSA | Regal |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
