1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Smart ForTwo (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1959 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1959 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Peugeot 203 | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Peugeot | Smart |
Model | 203 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1357 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 |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 730 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 | 33 L |