1949 Chevrolet 2103 vs. 1963 Riley 4
To start off, 1963 Riley 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Chevrolet 2103. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Chevrolet 2103 would be higher. At 3,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Chevrolet 2103 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Chevrolet 2103 (90 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Chevrolet 2103 should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Chevrolet 2103 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1963 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:
| 1949 Chevrolet 2103 | 1963 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | 2103 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3548 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
