1962 Peel P50 vs 2021 Tesla Model X
Which is bigger, the 1962 Peel P50 or 2021 Tesla Model X?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measuring 368.5 cm longer than the 1962 Peel P50, the 2021 Tesla Model X is a substantially larger vehicle that will require much more care in comparison when navigating tight car parks. There is a major difference in width, with the 2021 Tesla Model X being 100.8 cm wider than the 1962 Peel P50, resulting in a more commanding footprint that may benefit comfort and stability, but has reduced manoeuvrability in confined areas in comparison. The difference in height is dramatic, with the 2021 Tesla Model X standing 48 cm taller than the 1962 Peel P50. There is a negligible difference in ground clearance, with the 2021 Tesla Model X sitting just 1.9 cm higher off the ground than the 1962 Peel P50. The 2021 Tesla Model X is in a league of its own, with a wheelbase that is 176.5 cm longer than the 1962 Peel P50.
Measurements
Length
137.2 cm
505.7 cm (+368.5)
Height
120 cm
168 cm (+48)
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
199.9 cm (+100.8)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
227.1 cm (+1.9)
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
14.6 cm (+176.5)
Wheelbase
120 cm
296.5 cm (+8.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
137.2 cm
161.7 cm shorter than the average Microcar
505.7 cm
53.1 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
120 cm
36 cm shorter than the average Microcar
168 cm
5.2 cm taller than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
48.2 cm narrower than the average Microcar
199.9 cm
15 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
227.1 cm
20.7 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Microcar
14.6 cm
3.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
120 cm
86.7 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Microcar
296.5 cm
24.1 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2021 Tesla Model X provides a way above average 1,111 L for the microcar segment for cargo space with the seats up. The 2021 Tesla Model X provides a way above average 2,471 L for the microcar segment for cargo space with the seats down.
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
1,111 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
2,471 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
183 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
313.8 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
157 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
1,111 L
372 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
2,471 L
600 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.
120%
SAE: above class average (+20%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 1-door 1962 Peel P50 means slightly less convenience for rear-seat access compared to the 2021 Tesla Model X. The difference in passenger capacity is enormous, with the 2021 Tesla Model X able to carry 4 more people than the 1962 Peel P50. The 1962 Peel P50 can practically turn on a sixpence compared to the 2021 Tesla Model X, which is hampered by a 8.64 m wider turning circle. We’re talking about a 2,278 kg weight shift, which places these two vehicles in completely different worlds of physics.
Measurements
Doors
1
5 (+4)
Max. seats
1
5 (+4)
Turning circle
3.7 m
12.3 m (+8.6)
Curb weight
59 kg
2,337 kg (+2,278)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
3.7 m
4.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Microcar
12.3 m
1.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
59 kg
643 kg lighter than the average Microcar
2,337 kg
705 kg heavier 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
89%
11% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 1962 Peel P50 or 2021 Tesla Model X 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
2021 Tesla Model X 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 37.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 22 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
37.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
22 cm
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