1963 Riley 4 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 49 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1963 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley 4.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Riley 4 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Riley | Chevrolet |
| Model | 4 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 307 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
