1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 39 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 10 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, 1997 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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 1958 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Riley |
| Model | 306 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 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 | 2530 mm |
