2002 Lotus Exige vs. 1946 Peugeot 202
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 56 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1946 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1946 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Peugeot 202 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
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:
| 2002 Lotus Exige | 1946 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Exige | 202 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2460 mm |
