1983 Peugeot 305 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305.
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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Peugeot 305 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 305 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
