1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 1000 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
