1960 Riley 4 vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 50 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 288 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 1960 Riley 4 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 1960 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass, 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Riley 4 | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Riley | Jeep |
Model | 4 | Compass |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |