1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 435 kg more than 1961 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
Model | Corvette | 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |