1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2003 Smart Roadster.
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, 1970 Peugeot 504 (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Peugeot 504 | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | 504 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
