1960 Riley 4 vs. 1983 Holden Camira
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira.
Because 1960 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira, 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, 1983 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Riley 4 | 1983 Holden Camira | |
Make | Riley | Holden |
Model | 4 | Camira |
Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |