1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1972 Fiat X1-9 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, 1972 Fiat X1-9 (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Riley 4 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat X1-9 | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | X1-9 | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |