1946 Peugeot 202 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 32 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 330 kg more than 1946 Peugeot 202. 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. 1978 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1946 Peugeot 202 has manual transmission. 1946 Peugeot 202 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Peugeot 202 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 202 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1133 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
