2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1945 Peugeot 202
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1945 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1945 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 674 kg more than 1945 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:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1945 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 202 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
