1992 Peugeot 309 vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 309 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 309, 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, 1976 Porsche 912 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 309 | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 309 | 912 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
