1984 Holden Camira vs. 1965 Riley 4
To start off, 1984 Holden Camira is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,620 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Camira (83 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Riley 4 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira.
Because 1965 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 1965 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, 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, 1984 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1965 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Riley |
| Model | Camira | 4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
