1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4-68 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi Coupe | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | Coupe | 4-68 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |