1980 Peugeot 305 vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota GT1 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota GT1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 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 2000 Toyota GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2000 Toyota GT1 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Peugeot 305 | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 305 | GT1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
