1968 Peugeot 504 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 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 504 (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1968 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1968 Peugeot 504 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | 504 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |
