1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1960 Riley 4 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
Model | Alfasud | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |