1955 Riley Pathfinder vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 680 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1955 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Riley Pathfinder | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | Pathfinder | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
