2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1943 Peugeot 202
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1943 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1943 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1943 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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2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1943 Peugeot 202 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 202 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1943 |
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 | 99 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |