1961 Riley 4 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 46 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 429 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, 2007 Volvo S60, 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Riley 4 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Riley | Volvo |
| Model | 4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 195 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 | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
