1961 Riley 4 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Because 1961 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 1961 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Riley 4 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Riley | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Camry |
Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |