1962 Peel P50 vs 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric
Which is bigger, the 1962 Peel P50 or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measuring 298.4 cm longer than the 1962 Peel P50, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is a substantially larger vehicle that will require much more care in comparison when navigating tight car parks. The 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric is an incredible 83.5 cm wider, making the 1962 Peel P50 look like a toy in comparison. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric standing 37.5 cm taller than the 1962 Peel P50. A 2.3 cm larger ground clearance gap gives the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric a slightly more capable feel when the pavement gets rough vs the 1962 Peel P50. With a 145.9 cm shorter wheelbase the 1962 Peel P50 is a master of tight spaces in comparison to the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric which would win as a master of the open road.
Measurements
Length
137.2 cm
435.6 cm (+298.4)
Height
120 cm
157.5 cm (+37.5)
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
182.6 cm (+83.5)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
210 cm (+2.3)
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
15 cm (+145.9)
Wheelbase
120 cm
265.9 cm (+6.6)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
137.2 cm
161.7 cm shorter than the average Microcar
435.6 cm
17 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
120 cm
36 cm shorter than the average Microcar
157.5 cm
5.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
48.2 cm narrower than the average Microcar
182.6 cm
2.3 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
210 cm
3.6 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Microcar
15 cm
3.1 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
120 cm
86.7 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Microcar
265.9 cm
6.5 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric offers a known 466 L (VDA) cargo capacity with its seats up, which is average for crossover vehicles. The 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric has a 1,300 L (VDA) cargo area with the seats down, which is way above average for its category.
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
466 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
1,300 L
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
722 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
1,804 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
27 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 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
95.3 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
466 L
21 L more 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
1,300 L
208 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
722 L
17 L less 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
1,804 L
67 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.
96%
VDA: below class average (-4%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 5 doors, the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric offers more points of entry than the 1962 Peel P50, which typically makes loading passengers or gear into the back easier. The difference in passenger capacity is enormous, with the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric able to carry 4 more people than the 1962 Peel P50. The 1962 Peel P50 can practically turn on a sixpence compared to the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, which is hampered by a 6.94 m wider turning circle. If efficiency and agility are your goals, the 1962 Peel P50’s 1,561 kg less weight is an extreme advantage.
Measurements
Doors
1
5 (+4)
Max. seats
1
5 (+4)
Turning circle
3.7 m
10.6 m (+6.9)
Curb weight
59 kg
1,620 kg (+1,561)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
3.7 m
4.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Microcar
10.6 m
0.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
59 kg
643 kg lighter than the average Microcar
1,620 kg
12 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
106%
6% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 1962 Peel P50 or 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric 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 Hyundai Kona Electric 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 46 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 57 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
46 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
57 cm
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