1949 Peugeot 202 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 202. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1949 Peugeot 202 | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 202 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1133 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
