1996 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 75 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Colt | 305 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2750 mm |
