1985 Audi 200 vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 24 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1961 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | 200 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
