1962 Peel P50 vs 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
Which is bigger, the 1962 Peel P50 or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With 341.3 cm between them, these two vehicles sit at opposite ends of the length scale. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is an incredible 88.4 cm wider, making the 1962 Peel P50 look like a toy in comparison. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited standing 66.8 cm taller than the 1962 Peel P50. Both cars are tuned for a similar ride height, despite the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited’s 11.9 cm ground clearance advantage. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is a massive 180.8 cm longer in the wheelbase, offering a vast interior compared to the 1962 Peel P50.
Measurements
Length
137.2 cm
478.5 cm (+341.3)
Height
120 cm
186.8 cm (+66.8)
Body width
99.1 cm
187.5 cm (+88.4)
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
24.6 cm (+11.9)
Wheelbase
120 cm
300.8 cm (+180.8)
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
1.4 m²
9 m² (+7.6)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
137.2 cm
161.7 cm shorter than the average Microcar
478.5 cm
16.9 cm shorter than the average SUV
Height
120 cm
36 cm shorter than the average Microcar
186.8 cm
3.3 cm shorter than the average SUV
Body width
99.1 cm
48.2 cm narrower than the average Microcar
187.5 cm
8.2 cm narrower than the average SUV
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Microcar
24.6 cm
2.1 cm more ground clearance than the average SUV
Wheelbase
120 cm
86.7 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Microcar
300.8 cm
10.7 cm longer wheelbase than the average SUV
Footprint
DriveSize footprint is overall length multiplied by body width.
1.4 m²
3.1 m² smaller footprint than the average Microcar
9 m²
0.8 m² smaller footprint than the average SUV
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has 898 L (SAE) of cargo space with its seats up, which is above average compared to the class average for suv. The 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited has a 2,050 L (SAE) cargo area with the seats down, which is way above average for its category.
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
898 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
2,050 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
271.9 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
145 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
898 L
143 L more cargo volume than the average SUV
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
2,050 L
688 L less cargo volume than the average SUV
DriveSize space efficiency
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 values compare with VDA class averages, and SAE values compare with SAE class averages. Positive percentages indicate more space efficiency and negative percentages indicate less.
+5%
SAE: More space efficient than the average SUV
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With an extra 3 doors, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited makes loading child seats or shopping easier than in the 1-door 1962 Peel P50. With a 4-seat advantage, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is clearly built to carry far larger groups than the 1962 Peel P50. The steering disparity is vast; the 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited requires a staggering 8.3 m of extra space to clear a turn than the 1962 Peel P50. If efficiency and agility are your goals, the 1962 Peel P50’s 1,853 kg less weight is an extreme advantage.
Measurements
Doors
1
4 (+3)
Max. seats
1
5 (+4)
Turning circle
3.7 m
12 m (+8.3)
Curb weight
59 kg
1,912 kg (+1,853)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
3.7 m
4.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Microcar
12 m
0 m larger turning circle than the average SUV
Curb weight
59 kg
643 kg lighter than the average Microcar
1,912 kg
535 kg lighter than the average SUV
DriveSize manoeuvrability
DriveSize manoeuvrability combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
A positive percentage means more manoeuvrable than the class average and a negative percentage means less manoeuvrable.
+2%
More manoeuvrable than the average Microcar
+1%
More manoeuvrable than the average SUV
Parking
Will the 1962 Peel P50 or 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 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 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, and length clearance is 206 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
87.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
206 cm
2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 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 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, and length clearance is 35.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance
43.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
35.5 cm
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