1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1946 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1959 Jaguar MK II is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 739 kg more than 1946 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 Jaguar MK II | 1946 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | MK II | 202 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
