2006 Peugeot 207 vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 207 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley One-Point-Five is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 207 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Because 1959 Riley One-Point-Five 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 One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 207, 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, 2006 Peugeot 207 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 207 | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Peugeot | Riley |
| Model | 207 | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2190 mm |
