1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 33 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 2,134 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (112 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 352 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | GAZ | Riley |
| Model | 3111 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
