1949 Peugeot 202 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 57 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 280 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 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 202 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1133 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
