1967 Riley 4 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 40 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 282 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
