1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1946 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 737 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. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1946 Peugeot 202 has manual transmission. 1946 Peugeot 202 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1946 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 202 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
