1968 Peugeot 404 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 245 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, 1968 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 404 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Peugeot | Smart |
Model | 404 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1618 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |