1947 Austin A 125 vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1959 Riley 4-68 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 125 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin A 125 (125 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin A 125 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 125 weights approximately 908 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. 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:
| 1947 Austin A 125 | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Austin | Riley |
| Model | A 125 | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
