2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 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 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 305 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
