2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 22 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
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 (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C1 | 305 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 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 | 875 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
