1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1979 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 305 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1979 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2630 mm |
