1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1963 Riley Elf
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley Elf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley Elf would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 480 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1963 Riley Elf | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Brava | Elf |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
