1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 1980 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1980 Peugeot 305 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 2300 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 1967 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1967 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 2300 | 1980 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 2300 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
