1996 Ford Ka vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 18 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1996 Ford Ka. 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, 1996 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ka | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ka | 305 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
