2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Riley 4 (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Kalina | 1961 Riley 4 | |
Make | Lada | Riley |
Model | Kalina | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |