2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 120 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Riley 4 weights approximately 338 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Riley |
| Model | G34 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1510 mm |
