1944 Peugeot 202 vs. 1963 Riley 4
To start off, 1963 Riley 4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Riley 4 (67 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Riley 4 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1944 Peugeot 202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Peugeot 202 | 1963 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Riley |
| Model | 202 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1133 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
