1993 Proton Saloon vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1993 Proton Saloon is newer by 32 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Saloon (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1993 Proton Saloon.
Because 1961 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 1961 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Proton Saloon, 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, 1961 Riley 4 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Proton Saloon | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Proton | Riley |
| Model | Saloon | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
