1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 1968 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 320 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Avanti Avanti | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Avanti | Riley |
Model | Avanti | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |