2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 57 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 927 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. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1944 Peugeot 202 has manual transmission. 1944 Peugeot 202 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 202 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
