1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Centura is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Riley |
| Model | Centura | 4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
