1966 Riley 4 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 352 kg more than 1966 Riley 4. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Riley 4 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Riley | Chevrolet |
| Model | 4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
