1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1944 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.
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1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
Model | 100 | 202 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |