1964 Riley 4 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 417 kg more than 1964 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Riley 4 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Riley | Subaru |
Model | 4 | Forester |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 224 HP |
Torque | 121 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |