1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 20 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Because 1961 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 1961 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry, 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, 1981 Nissan Cherry (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Cherry | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Nissan | Riley |
Model | Cherry | 4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |