1987 Peugeot 405 vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Peugeot 405 | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Peugeot | Riley |
Model | 405 | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |