2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1979 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 400 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 305. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1979 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Mobilio | 305 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
