1960 Riley 4 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 45 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 63 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1960 Riley 4.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Riley 4 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Riley | Skoda |
Model | 4 | Fabia |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |