1979 Peugeot 305 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 305 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. Both 1979 Peugeot 305 and 1957 Peugeot 203 are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 305.
Because 1957 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 305, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Peugeot 305 (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 305 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 305 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
