1957 Ford Consul vs. 1949 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1957 Ford Consul is newer by 8 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 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Consul (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 295 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:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1949 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Consul | 202 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
