1992 Peugeot 605 vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 605 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 605, 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, 1992 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 605 | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Riley |
| Model | 605 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
