1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 128 kg more than 1964 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Coupe | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
