1970 Riley 4 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Riley 4 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3.
Because 1970 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 1970 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3, 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, 1970 Riley 4 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Riley | Citroen |
| Model | 4 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
