2005 Holden Astra vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Holden Astra is newer by 46 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Astra weights approximately 138 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Holden Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Astra | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | Holden | Riley |
Model | Astra | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |