1982 Peugeot 505 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1982 Peugeot 505 (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Peugeot 505 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Smart |
| Model | 505 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1870 mm |
