1961 Riley 4 vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Riley 4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1961 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Riley 4 | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
