2005 Peugeot 807 vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 807, 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 Peugeot 807 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4. 2005 Peugeot 807 has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 807 | 1959 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Riley |
| Model | 807 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
