1980 Audi Sport vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Riley 4 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1968 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | Sport | 4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
