1968 Peugeot 504 vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 43 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Peugeot 504 | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Peugeot | Smart |
Model | 504 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |