1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1946 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina is newer by 24 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (68 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 174 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:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1946 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Cortina | 202 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
