1996 Audi A3 vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1959 Riley 4-68. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Riley 4-68 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 1959 Riley 4-68. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3, 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, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | A3 | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
