2001 Honda Life vs. 1978 Peugeot 305

To start off, 2001 Honda Life 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 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Life 1978 Peugeot 305
Make Honda Peugeot
Model Life 305
Year Released 2001 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1548 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 58 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 975 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2750 mm


 

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