1961 Riley 4 vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 47 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 725 kg more than 1961 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Riley 4 | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Riley | SsangYong |
| Model | 4 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
