1982 Peugeot 305 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1982 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 510 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Peugeot 305 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 305 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
