1962 Peel P50 vs 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback
Which is bigger, the 1962 Peel P50 or 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
Measuring 299.7 cm longer than the 1962 Peel P50, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback is a substantially larger vehicle that will require much more care in comparison when navigating tight car parks. The 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback is a staggering 80 cm wider than the 1962 Peel P50, we're looking at two different worlds here. Height heavily favours the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, which measures 25 cm taller than the 1962 Peel P50. The 1962 Peel P50 sits only 0.3 cm closer to the road than the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback, a small gap meaning they handle obstacles almost identically. Side-by-side, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback’s wheelbase looks incredibly long next to the 1962 Peel P50, with 143.9 cm between them.
Measurements
Length
137.2 cm
436.9 cm (+299.7)
Height
120 cm
145 cm (+25)
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
179.1 cm (+80)
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
13 cm (+143.9)
Wheelbase
120 cm
263.9 cm (+6.5)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
137.2 cm
161.7 cm shorter than the average Microcar
436.9 cm
21.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
Height
120 cm
36 cm shorter than the average Microcar
145 cm
2.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
48.2 cm narrower than the average Microcar
179.1 cm
2.6 cm wider than the average Hatchback
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Microcar
13 cm
0.9 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
Wheelbase
120 cm
86.7 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Microcar
263.9 cm
4.8 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback offers a known 0 L (SAE) cargo capacity with its seats up, which is way above average for microcar vehicles.
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
504 L
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
504 L
21 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With 5 doors, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback offers more points of entry than the 1962 Peel P50, which typically makes loading passengers or gear into the back easier. There is a massive difference in cabin volume, as the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback accommodates up to 4 more people than the 1962 Peel P50. You’ll feel every bit of that 1,329 kg difference when trying to accelerate or change direction in the 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback compared to 1962 Peel P50.
Measurements
Doors
1
5 (+4)
Max. seats
1
5 (+4)
Turning circle
3.7 m
N/A
Curb weight
59 kg
1,388 kg (+1,329)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
3.7 m
4.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Microcar
N/A
Curb weight
59 kg
643 kg lighter than the average Microcar
1,388 kg
135 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
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
Parking
Will the 1962 Peel P50 or 2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback 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
2023 Toyota Corolla Hatchback 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 47.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 56.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
47.5 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
56.5 cm
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