2005 Citroen C2 vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C2 (72 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2.
Because 1959 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 1959 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C2, 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, 2005 Citroen C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 1959 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | C2 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
