1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Peugeot 203 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Peugeot | Smart |
Model | 203 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 40 HP |
Torque | 74 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |