1966 Riley 4 vs. 1955 Volvo Duett
To start off, 1966 Riley 4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volvo Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volvo Duett would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Riley 4 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1955 Volvo Duett.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Riley 4 | 1955 Volvo Duett | |
Make | Riley | Volvo |
Model | 4 | Duett |
Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1090 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |