2009 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 49 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Riley 4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 1960 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 2009 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Riley |
| Model | A4 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
