1961 Riley 4 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 37 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 285 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 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, 1998 Rover 75, 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, 1998 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Riley 4 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Riley | Rover |
Model | 4 | 75 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |