2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1982 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 863 kg more than 1982 Peugeot 305.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Peugeot 305. (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1982 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 305 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
