1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Peugeot 203 | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Peugeot | Smart |
Model | 203 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 697 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 |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |