2001 Honda Life vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (65 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 195 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 1983 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Life | 305 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
