1960 Riley 4 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 48 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 17 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Riley 4 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Riley | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |