1975 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (72 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Civic | 305 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
