1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Peugeot 306 | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Peugeot | Riley |
Model | 306 | 4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
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 | 200 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |