1991 Eagle Summit vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 31 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Eagle Summit (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 Eagle Summit.
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, 1991 Eagle Summit, 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, 1991 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Eagle Summit | 1960 Riley 4 | |
Make | Eagle | Riley |
Model | Summit | 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |