1991 Opel Astra vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley 4 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra.
Because 1967 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 1967 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra, 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 Opel Astra (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Opel Astra | 1967 Riley 4 | |
Make | Opel | Riley |
Model | Astra | 4 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |