1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA.
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 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA. 2012 Peugeot 5008 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 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | GSA | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2735 mm |
