1957 Riley Pathfinder vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis, 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, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Riley Pathfinder | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Riley | Suzuki |
| Model | Pathfinder | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 41 L |
