1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2008 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 1007 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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, 2008 Peugeot 1007 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2008 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 305 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
