1980 Citroen GSA vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, both 1980 Citroen GSA and 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen GSA (56 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen GSA weights approximately 55 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen GSA | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | GSA | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
