1961 Riley 4 vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 1988 Subaru XT is newer by 27 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru XT weights approximately 20 kg more than 1961 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Riley 4 | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Riley | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | XT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
