2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 28 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 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 305 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
