1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 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, 1985 Fiat Croma (127 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm). This means 1985 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Croma | 305 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
