1960 Riley 4 vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 51 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 245 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, 2011 Opel Astra, 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, 2011 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Riley 4 | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Riley | Opel |
| Model | 4 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
