1963 Riley 4 vs. 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8
To start off, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Riley 4 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8.
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, 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Riley 4 | 1964 Volvo PV 544 1.8 | |
Make | Riley | Volvo |
Model | 4 | PV 544 1.8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |