1979 Citroen GSA vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen GSA | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | GSA | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
