1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 54 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 140 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Smart ForTwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Peugeot | Smart |
Model | 203 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |