1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1963 Riley Elf
To start off, 1964 Austin A 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley Elf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley Elf would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 40 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin A 40 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 1964 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Riley Elf, 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, 1964 Austin A 40 (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1963 Riley Elf | |
| Make | Austin | Riley |
| Model | A 40 | Elf |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 25 L |
