1967 Riley Kestrel vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Xedos 6 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley Kestrel | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Riley | Xedos |
| Model | Kestrel | 6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
