1955 Riley Pathfinder vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 38 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 485 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Riley Pathfinder. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Riley Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Riley Pathfinder | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Riley | TVR |
Model | Pathfinder | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |