1962 Peel P50 vs 2024 Ford Kuga
Which is bigger, the 1962 Peel P50 or 2024 Ford Kuga?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
At over 323.2 cm longer, the 2024 Ford Kuga 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 Ford Kuga is an incredible 89.1 cm wider, making the 1962 Peel P50 look like a toy in comparison. There is no subtlety to the difference here, as the 2024 Ford Kuga towers 47.9 cm above the 1962 Peel P50. The 2024 Ford Kuga has a 3.9 cm higher clearance than the 1962 Peel P50, which helps clear speed bumps more easily. The 2024 Ford Kuga is in a league of its own, with a wheelbase that is 151.1 cm longer than the 1962 Peel P50.
Measurements
Length
137.2 cm
460.4 cm (+323.2)
Height
120 cm
167.9 cm (+47.9)
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
188.2 cm (+89.1)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
217.7 cm (+3.9)
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
16.6 cm (+151.1)
Wheelbase
120 cm
271.1 cm (+7.3)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
137.2 cm
161.7 cm shorter than the average Microcar
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
120 cm
36 cm shorter than the average Microcar
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
48.2 cm narrower than the average Microcar
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Microcar
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
120 cm
86.7 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Microcar
271.1 cm
1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Ford Kuga is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 412 L (VDA) capacity that is average for its class. The 2024 Ford Kuga's 1,534 L (VDA) capacity with the seats down is way above average for its segment.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
412 L
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,534 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
174.8 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
92.9 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
412 L
33 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,534 L
26 L more 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.
94%
VDA: below class average (-6%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2024 Ford Kuga offers more practicality with its 5 doors compared to the 1-door layout of the 1962 Peel P50. With a 4-seat advantage, the 2024 Ford Kuga is clearly built to carry far larger groups than the 1962 Peel P50. If you drive both cars, you'll feel the extreme 7.72 m turning circle difference every time you try to park the 2024 Ford Kuga in a standard bay. This 1,467 kg weight gap is massive, fundamentally changing everything from braking to suspension wear.
Measurements
Doors
1
5 (+4)
Max. seats
1
5 (+4)
Turning circle
3.7 m
11.4 m (+7.7)
Curb weight
59 kg
1,526 kg (+1,467)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
3.7 m
4.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Microcar
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
59 kg
643 kg lighter than the average Microcar
1,526 kg
106 kg lighter than the average Crossover
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
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 1962 Peel P50 or 2024 Ford Kuga 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 Ford Kuga 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 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 44.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
44.5 cm
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