1993 Renault 21 vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 1993 Renault 21 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley 4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Renault 21.
Because 1958 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 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault 21, 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, 1993 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault 21 | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Renault | Riley |
Model | 21 | 4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |