1971 Peugeot 504 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 1971 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Peugeot 504 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | 504 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
