1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 390 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 305 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1472 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
