1962 Peel P50 vs 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan
Which is bigger, the 1962 Peel P50 or 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With 325.8 cm between them, these two vehicles sit at opposite ends of the length scale. The 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan is a massive 79 cm wider than the 1962 Peel P50, highlighting a complete shift in vehicle purpose and design. Standing over 23.5 cm higher, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 1962 Peel P50. You’d need a ruler to spot the 0.8 cm clearance gap between these two models. The 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan and 1962 Peel P50 exist at opposite ends of the spectrum, separated by a huge 150 cm wheelbase gap.
Measurements
Length
137.2 cm
463 cm (+325.8)
Height
120 cm
143.5 cm (+23.5)
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
178.1 cm (+79)
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
13.5 cm (+150)
Wheelbase
120 cm
270 cm (+6.9)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
137.2 cm
161.7 cm shorter than the average Microcar
463 cm
9.9 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Height
120 cm
36 cm shorter than the average Microcar
143.5 cm
2.3 cm shorter than the average Sedan
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
48.2 cm narrower than the average Microcar
178.1 cm
4.9 cm narrower than the average Sedan
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Microcar
13.5 cm
0.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Sedan
Wheelbase
120 cm
86.7 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Microcar
270 cm
8.1 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 371 L (SAE) capacity that is below average for its class.
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
371 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
371 L
25 L less cargo volume than the average Sedan
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
With more doors, the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan is more practical for passengers to enter and exit. There is a massive difference in cabin volume, as the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan accommodates up to 4 more people than the 1962 Peel P50. The steering disparity is vast; the 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan requires a staggering 7.24 m of extra space to clear a turn than the 1962 Peel P50. We’re talking about a 1,281 kg weight shift, which places these two vehicles in completely different worlds of physics.
Measurements
Doors
1
4 (+3)
Max. seats
1
5 (+4)
Turning circle
3.7 m
10.9 m (+7.2)
Curb weight
59 kg
1,340 kg (+1,281)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
3.7 m
4.6 m smaller turning circle than the average Microcar
10.9 m
0.2 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan
Curb weight
59 kg
643 kg lighter than the average Microcar
1,340 kg
182 kg lighter than the average Sedan
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
102%
2% more manoeuvrable than the average Sedan
Parking
Will the 1962 Peel P50 or 2023 Toyota Corolla Sedan 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 Sedan 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 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 43.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
48 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
43.5 cm
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