1968 Riley 4 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 242 kg more than 1968 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Riley 4 | 2003 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Riley | Vauxhall |
| Model | 4 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
