1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 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 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 697 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:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 202 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
