1961 Riley 4 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 49 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 256 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Riley 4 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Riley | Nissan |
Model | 4 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |