1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 480 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.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 305 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2625 mm |
