1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Because 1961 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 1961 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 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Peugeot 306 | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Peugeot | Riley |
Model | 306 | 4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |