2006 Audi TT vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 178 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, 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, 2006 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1970 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | TT | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
