1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 20 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 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Saxo | 305 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
