1960 Riley 4 vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 615 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Riley 4 | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Riley | SsangYong |
| Model | 4 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
