1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (136 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Because 1959 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 1959 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe, 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, 1985 Audi Coupe (176 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi Coupe | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | Coupe | 4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |