1963 Riley 4 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 183 kg more than 1963 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Riley 4 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Riley | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
