1963 Riley Elf vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley Elf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley Elf would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 741 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Riley Elf | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Riley | Peugeot |
| Model | Elf | 307 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
