1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 468 kg more than 1964 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 1964 Riley 4 | |
Make | Avanti | Riley |
Model | Avanti | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 326 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |