2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1970 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 37 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Riley 4 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 1970 Riley 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
Model | Aveo | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |