1999 Holden Astra vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Astra weights approximately 6 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Riley 4. 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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Riley |
| Model | Astra | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
