1956 Riley Pathfinder vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 466 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Riley Pathfinder 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 1956 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA, 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, 1956 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Riley Pathfinder | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Riley | Scion |
| Model | Pathfinder | xA |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
