1967 Riley 4 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 1967 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley 4 | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Riley | Chevrolet |
| Model | 4 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
