1966 Holden HD vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1966 Holden HD is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 108 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. 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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Holden HD | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Holden | Riley |
Model | HD | 4-68 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |