1961 Riley 4 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 52 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 154 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, 2013 Honda Civic, 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, 2013 Honda Civic (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Riley 4 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Riley | Honda |
| Model | 4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| 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 | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
