1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1944 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:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XJ6 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
