1959 Ford 17M vs. 1947 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1959 Ford 17M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford 17M (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1947 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 1947 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 330 kg more than 1947 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:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1947 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | 17M | 202 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1132 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
