1959 Riley 4-68 vs. 1983 Audi 4000
To start off, 1983 Audi 4000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1983 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Because 1983 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley 4-68. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi 4000 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, 1983 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm). This means 1983 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68. 1983 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4-68 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4-68 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Riley 4-68 | 1983 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Riley | Audi |
| Model | 4-68 | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
