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1962 Peel P50

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1962 Peel P50 dimensions & size guide

Overview

The P50 is a microcar produced by Peel in 1962 and recognised as the smallest production car ever made. It is powered by a small ICE engine and designed for single-person use, with three wheels and minimal dimensions for city driving. Only about 50 units were originally produced, making it one of the rarest cars in the world.

Fast facts

Length
1,370 mm
Width (ex. mirrors)
1,040 mm
Height
1,200 mm
Turning circle
4.6 m
Seats
1

Side view

Peel P50

Dimensions

Length
1370 mm
Width exc. mirrors
1040 mm
Width inc. mirrors
1040 mm
Height
1200 mm

Front view

1962 Peel P50 — Front view

Capacity

Min. cargo capacity (global - seats up)
0 L
Max. cargo capacity (global - seats down)
0 L
Min. cargo capacity (USA - seats up)
0 L
Max. cargo capacity (USA - seats down)
0 L
Doors
1
Max. seats
1

Rear view

1962 Peel P50 — Rear view

Misc.

Wheelbase
1090 mm
Curb weight
—
Ground clearance
127 mm
Turning circle
4.6 m

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the 1962 Peel P50?

1962 Peel P50 is 1,370 mm (53.9 in) bumper to bumper.

How wide is the 1962 Peel P50?

1962 Peel P50 spans 1,040 mm (40.9 in) across the body without mirrors.

What are the dimensions of the 1962 Peel P50?

1962 Peel P50 measures length 1,370 mm, width 1,040 mm (excluding mirrors), width 1,040 mm (including mirrors) and height 1,200 mm.

How many people can the 1962 Peel P50 seat?

1962 Peel P50 seats up to 1 passengers.

What is the turning circle of the 1962 Peel P50?

Turning circle is roughly 4.6 m.

Will the 1962 Peel P50 fit in a standard garage?

Most single garages allow about 5.5 m × 2.4 m of usable space. At 1,370 mm (53.9 in) long and 1,040 mm (40.9 in) wide without mirrors, 1962 Peel P50 leaves about 4,130 mm spare in length and offers roughly 1,360 mm of side clearance.