1958 Riley 4 vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 711 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Riley 4 | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Riley | SsangYong |
Model | 4 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |