1944 GAZ 10-73 vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 1970 Riley 4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 GAZ 10-73 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 GAZ 10-73 (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 GAZ 10-73 should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 GAZ 10-73 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 GAZ 10-73 | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | GAZ | Riley |
| Model | 10-73 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
