1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 49 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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (60 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1957 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1957 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | 203 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |
