1980 Peugeot 305 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 329 kg more than 1980 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, 2010 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Peugeot 305. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1980 Peugeot 305 has manual transmission. 1980 Peugeot 305 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Peugeot 305 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 305 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
