1962 Peel P50 vs 2024 Volkswagen Passat
Which is bigger, the 1962 Peel P50 or 2024 Volkswagen Passat?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
With a difference of 354.5 cm, the 2024 Volkswagen Passat sits in a completely different length bracket to the 1962 Peel P50. The 2024 Volkswagen Passat is 85.8 cm wider, representing an extreme jump in size that fundamentally changes where you can physically drive. The roofline of the 2024 Volkswagen Passat is 29.7 cm higher than that of the 1962 Peel P50, making the contrast immediately noticeable. The 2024 Volkswagen Passat and 1962 Peel P50 exist at opposite ends of the spectrum, separated by a huge 164.1 cm wheelbase gap.
Measurements
Length
137.2 cm
491.7 cm (+354.5)
Height
120 cm
149.7 cm (+29.7)
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
184.9 cm (+85.8)
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
N/A (+164.1)
Wheelbase
120 cm
284.1 cm (+7.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
137.2 cm
161.7 cm shorter than the average Microcar
491.7 cm
17.2 cm longer than the average Estate
Height
120 cm
36 cm shorter than the average Microcar
149.7 cm
2.4 cm taller than the average Estate
Width (excluding mirrors)
99.1 cm
48.2 cm narrower than the average Microcar
184.9 cm
0.8 cm wider than the average Estate
Ground clearance
12.7 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Microcar
N/A
Wheelbase
120 cm
86.7 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Microcar
284.1 cm
6.4 cm longer wheelbase than the average Estate
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
The 2024 Volkswagen Passat is the only model in this pair with confirmed cargo stats, with a 690 L (VDA) capacity that is above average for its class. The 2024 Volkswagen Passat has 1,920 L (VDA) of cargo space with its seats down, which is below average compared to the class average for microcar.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
690 L
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,920 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
227.9 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
123.2 L per m²
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
N/A
690 L
142 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
N/A
1,920 L
351 L more cargo volume than the average Estate
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.
119%
VDA: above class average (+19%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
The 2024 Volkswagen Passat offers more practicality with its 5 doors compared to the 1-door layout of the 1962 Peel P50. The 2024 Volkswagen Passat can carry a staggering 4 more passengers than the 1962 Peel P50, meaning we're looking at completely different purposes for these two vehicles. The 1962 Peel P50 is in a different league of agility, requiring a massive 8.34 m less space to turn than the 2024 Volkswagen Passat. If efficiency and agility are your goals, the 1962 Peel P50’s 1,519 kg less weight is an extreme advantage.
Measurements
Doors
1
5 (+4)
Max. seats
1
5 (+4)
Turning circle
3.7 m
12 m (+8.3)
Curb weight
59 kg
1,578 kg (+1,519)
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
0.8 m larger turning circle than the average Estate
Curb weight
59 kg
643 kg lighter than the average Microcar
1,578 kg
17 kg lighter than the average Estate
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
94%
6% less manoeuvrable than the average Estate
Parking
Will the 1962 Peel P50 or 2024 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 45 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 29 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
45 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
29 cm
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