2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Citroen GSA
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 653 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Citroen GSA | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Colorado | GSA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2560 mm |
