1961 Riley 4 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 50 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1338 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 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Riley 4 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Riley | GMC |
Model | 4 | Canyon |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |