1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1941 Peugeot Type 202
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Peugeot Type 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Peugeot Type 202 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1941 Peugeot Type 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1941 Peugeot Type 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1941 Peugeot Type 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:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1941 Peugeot Type 202 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | 100 | Type 202 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
