The 5/14 HP model reportedly won the "Tour de France Automobile" (Naokoło Francji) six times, covering 4,800 km 🏁
This advertisement is from 1929, promoting the Peugeot 190 S (referred to in the Polish ad as the "5/14 HP"). At the time, it was marketed as the "most economical car in the world" and highlighting its reliability and racing pedigree. The ad also emphasizes that this car won the "Round France" race (Wyścig naokoło Francji) six times, covering 4,800 km. It also notes a 1929 victory by a female driver, Madame Leblanc.
Engine was 5/14 HP (approximately 14 horsepower from a 695cc 4-cylinder engine). Top Speed: 70 km/h (43.5 mph). Fuel efficiency was 6 liters of gasoline and 0.2 liters of oil per 100 km. Featured 4-wheel brakes (a significant safety feature for the era), electric starter, balloon tires, and a luxurious 4-person cabin. Asking price was 8,500 Polish Zloty (Zł.)
Historical Significance: It was one of the last traditional "buggy style" Peugeots before the brand transitioned to the more modern 201 series later in 1929, which introduced the famous three-digit naming system with a central zero.