1946 Peugeot 202 vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 1985 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 911 weights approximately 424 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Peugeot 202 | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 202 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1133 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
