1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila is newer by 31 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 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Agila weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
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 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Peugeot | Opel |
| Model | 305 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
