1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1991 Holden Statesman 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 425 kg more than 1960 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 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Riley |
| Model | Statesman | 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
