2007 Audi A3 vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | A3 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
