2003 Opel Agila vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2003 Opel Agila is newer by 25 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Agila weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
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 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Agila | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Agila | 305 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
