1978 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 1959 Riley 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100, 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, 1978 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Audi 100 | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | 100 | 4-68 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |