1946 Peugeot 202 vs. 1956 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1956 Porsche 550 A is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 550 A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 550 A (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 550 A should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Peugeot 202 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1956 Porsche 550 A.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Peugeot 202 | 1956 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 202 | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1133 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |
