1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 32 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 27 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C1 weights approximately 497 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Citroen |
| Model | 305 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
