2000 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1961 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
| Model | 145 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
