1966 Riley 4 vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Riley 4 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Riley 4 | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
