2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4-68 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Riley |
| Model | 206 | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1027 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
