1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1943 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1960 Abarth 1000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,133 cc (4 cylinders), 1943 Peugeot 202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1943 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1943 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Peugeot 202 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
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:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1943 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 1000 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |
