1962 Peel P50 vs 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV
Which is bigger, the 1962 Peel P50 or 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At over 346.8 cm longer, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV occupies a much larger footprint than the 1962 Peel P50, which translates to a more imposing road presence and requires larger parking spots. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is an incredible 88.2 cm wider, making the 1962 Peel P50 look like a toy in comparison. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV standing 44.6 cm taller than the 1962 Peel P50. The 3.6 cm increase in ground clearance from the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV is just enough to make a positive difference on a gravel driveway vs the 1962 Peel P50. With a 175.4 cm shorter wheelbase the 1962 Peel P50 is a master of tight spaces in comparison to the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV which would win as a master of the open road.
Measurements
Length
137.2 cm
484 cm (+346.8)
Height
120 cm
164.6 cm (+44.6)
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
187.3 cm (+88.2)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
215.5 cm (+3.6)
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
16.3 cm (+175.4)
Wheelbase
120 cm
295.4 cm (+7.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
137.2 cm
161.7 cm shorter than the average Microcar
484 cm
31.4 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
120 cm
36 cm shorter than the average Microcar
164.6 cm
1.8 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
48.2 cm narrower than the average Microcar
187.3 cm
2.4 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
215.5 cm
9.1 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Microcar
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
120 cm
86.7 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Microcar
295.4 cm
23 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV has 748 L (SAE) of cargo space with its seats up, which is way above average compared to the class average for crossover. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV's 1,620 L (SAE) capacity with the seats down is way above average for its segment.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
748 L
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,620 L
Cargo space vs length
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
N/A
217.6 L per m
Cargo space vs footprint
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.
N/A
116.2 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (SAE)
The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
748 L
9 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
Largest cargo capacity (SAE)
The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.
If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,620 L
251 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency score
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
89%
SAE: below class average (-11%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV offers more practicality with its 5 doors compared to the 1-door layout of the 1962 Peel P50. This is an all-out victory for passenger space; the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV seats 4 additional passengers than the 1962 Peel P50. There's a total contrast in maneuverability; the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV requires an extreme 7.94 m more room for a U-turn.
Measurements
Doors
1
5 (+4)
Max. seats
1
5 (+4)
Turning circle
3.7 m
11.6 m (+7.9)
Curb weight
59 kg
N/A
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
3.7 m
4.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Microcar
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
59 kg
643 kg lighter than the average Microcar
N/A
DriveSize manoeuvrability score
DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.
102%
2% more manoeuvrable than the average Microcar
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 1962 Peel P50 or 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV fit in a standard parking space?
1962 Peel P50 parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 87.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 206 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
87.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
206 cm
2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 43.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 33 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
33 cm
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