2007 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 261 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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 A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1956 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | A4 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
