2001 Audi A2 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 23 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 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
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, 2001 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A2 | 305 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
