2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Riley Two Point Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley Two Point Six should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 635 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley Two Point Six 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 Two Point Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3, 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, 1959 Riley Two Point Six (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Riley Two Point Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | C3 | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
