1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1949 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 519 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1949 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.
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1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1949 Peugeot 202 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Vantage | 202 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |