1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Peugeot | Smart |
Model | 505 | ForFour |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |