1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen GSA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 90 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 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | GSA | Panda |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 165 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 | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
