2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1943 Peugeot 202
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 62 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1943 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1943 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 657 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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2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1943 Peugeot 202 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 202 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |