1959 Riley 4 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 290 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4. 2006 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Riley 4 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Riley | Skoda |
Model | 4 | Octavia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |