1968 Peugeot 404 vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 40 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, 2008 Smart ForTwo (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404.
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, 2008 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 404 | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | 404 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
