1967 Riley 4 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 62 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Riley 4 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Riley | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |