1961 Riley 4 vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 51 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Laguna weights approximately 290 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, 2012 Renault Laguna, 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, 2012 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Riley 4 | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Riley | Renault |
| Model | 4 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
