1953 Riley Pathfinder vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Riley Pathfinder | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Riley | Audi |
| Model | Pathfinder | A4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2808 mm |
