1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 1964 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Toyota Sport 800 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 1964 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 305 | 1964 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 305 | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1548 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |