1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is newer by 1 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II weights approximately 18 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Riley |
Model | 3000 Mk II | 4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |