1986 Honda Civic vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1960 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Riley |
| Model | Civic | 4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
