1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 515 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, 1978 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 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 1978 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1978 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:
| 1978 Peugeot 504 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | 504 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1820 mm |
