1999 Holden Astra vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 40 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4-68. (63 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4-68. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Astra weights approximately 58 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, 1999 Holden Astra, 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, 1999 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4-68. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4-68.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | Holden | Riley |
| Model | Astra | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
