A Microcar Revolution
The Peel P50, produced from 1962 to 1965 by the Peel Engineering Company on the Isle of Man, holds the Guinness World Record as the smallest production car. Designed as a single-passenger vehicle, it measures just 54 inches long and 39 inches wide, weighing only 130 pounds.
Ingenious Simplicity
Powered by a 49cc engine, the P50 could reach speeds of up to 38 mph. It featured a single door, one headlight, and no reverse gear. To back up, drivers would physically lift and reposition the car using the handle at the rear.
Limited Production
Only 50 units of the original Peel P50 were made, and just 27 are believed to still exist. Its compact size and quirky design made it a unique solution for city commuting, offering a low-cost alternative to traditional cars.
Modern Revival
In 2011, the P50 was reintroduced in electric and gas-powered versions. The updated models retained the car’s distinctive small size and design, making it an enduring novelty in automotive history as a functional yet minimalistic mode of transport.
The Peel P50, produced from 1962 to 1965 by the Peel Engineering Company on the Isle of Man, holds the Guinness World Record as the smallest production car. Designed for one person, it measures 137 cm (54 in) long, 99 cm (39 in) wide, and weighs only 59 kg (130 lbs). pic.twitter.com/nJZ9qWB54d
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