2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ginetta G34 | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Ginetta | Riley |
Model | G34 | 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1530 mm |