1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is newer by 28 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 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 1145 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. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign has automatic transmission and 1944 Peugeot 202 has manual transmission. 1944 Peugeot 202 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | Sovereign | 202 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
