1958 Riley 4 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Riley 4 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Riley | Citroen |
Model | 4 | C4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |