1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 49 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 133 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:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 202 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
