1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo 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 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (72 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 305 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1472 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
