1989 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 1989 Audi 80 is newer by 30 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Audi 80.
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, 1989 Audi 80, 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, 1989 Audi 80 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 80 | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Audi | Riley |
Model | 80 | 4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |