1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1943 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 25 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 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1943 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1943 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1943 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. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1943 Peugeot 202 has manual transmission. 1943 Peugeot 202 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1943 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Riviera | 202 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
