2005 Ford Fusion vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2005 Ford Fusion is newer by 27 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fusion weights approximately 202 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, 2005 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fusion | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fusion | 305 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
