2005 MCC Smart vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (60 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart.
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, 2005 MCC Smart (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MCC Smart | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | MCC | Peugeot |
| Model | Smart | 203 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
