2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 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 25 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 305. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Panda | 305 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |