1996 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. 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, 1996 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | A4 | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 25 L |
