1946 Peugeot 202 vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1983 ZIL 4104 is newer by 37 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 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2549 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. 1983 ZIL 4104 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. 1983 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Peugeot 202 | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Peugeot | ZIL |
| Model | 202 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1133 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3340 mm |
