1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 748 kg more than 1966 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Astro | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Astro | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
