1962 Peel P50 vs 2024 Tesla Cybertruck
Which is bigger, the 1962 Peel P50 or 2024 Tesla Cybertruck?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With 431.1 cm between them, these two vehicles sit at opposite ends of the length scale. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck is an incredible 104.1 cm wider, making the 1962 Peel P50 look like a toy in comparison. There is a staggering 54.1 cm between their rooflines, with the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck looming high above the 1962 Peel P50. If you live in a rural area, the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck's 7.4 cm ground clearance lead over the 1962 Peel P50 is a major plus. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck is in a league of its own, with a wheelbase that is 243.5 cm longer than the 1962 Peel P50.
Measurements
Length
137.2 cm
568.3 cm (+431.1)
Height
120 cm
174.1 cm (+54.1)
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
203.2 cm (+104.1)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
241.3 cm (+7.4)
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
20.1 cm (+243.5)
Wheelbase
120 cm
363.5 cm (+10.2)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
137.2 cm
161.7 cm shorter than the average Microcar
568.3 cm
25.6 cm longer than the average Pickup
Height
120 cm
36 cm shorter than the average Microcar
174.1 cm
12.7 cm shorter than the average Pickup
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
48.2 cm narrower than the average Microcar
203.2 cm
8.8 cm wider than the average Pickup
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
241.3 cm
18.4 cm wider than the average Pickup
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Microcar
20.1 cm
2.7 cm less ground clearance than the average Pickup
Wheelbase
120 cm
86.7 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Microcar
363.5 cm
32.5 cm longer wheelbase than the average Pickup
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 1,697 L (SAE) capacity that is way above average for its class. The 2024 Tesla Cybertruck has a 3,223.5 L (SAE) cargo area with the seats down, which is typical 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
1,697 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
3,224 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
200 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
392.6 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
193.2 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
1,697 L
260 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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
3,224 L
1,697 L more cargo volume than the average Pickup
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.
157%
SAE: above class average (+57%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With an extra 3 doors, the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck makes loading child seats or shopping easier than in the 1-door 1962 Peel P50. The difference in passenger capacity is enormous, with the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck able to carry 4 more people than the 1962 Peel P50. There's a total contrast in maneuverability; the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck requires an extreme 9.59 m more room for a U-turn. You’ll feel every bit of that 2,966 kg difference when trying to accelerate or change direction in the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck compared to 1962 Peel P50.
Measurements
Doors
1
4 (+3)
Max. seats
1
5 (+4)
Turning circle
3.7 m
13.3 m (+9.6)
Curb weight
59 kg
3,025 kg (+2,966)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
3.7 m
4.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Microcar
13.3 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Pickup
Curb weight
59 kg
643 kg lighter than the average Microcar
3,025 kg
774 kg heavier than the average Pickup
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 Pickup
Parking
Will the 1962 Peel P50 or 2024 Tesla Cybertruck 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 Tesla Cybertruck 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: exceeds the bay's length by 19 cm.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
35.5 cm
Length over bay
19 cm
Overall length. Primary constraint.
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