1976 Peugeot Peugette vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot Peugette would be higher. At 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Peugeot Peugette | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | Peugette | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
