1960 Riley 4 vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Volvo C70 is newer by 49 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volvo C70, 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, 2009 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Riley 4 | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Riley | Volvo |
| Model | 4 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
