1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa 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 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. 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 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
Model | 1000 TC Corsa | 305 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |