1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1948 Riley RM A
To start off, 1970 Ford Maverick is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Riley RM A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Riley RM A would be higher. At 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 190 kg more than 1948 Riley RM A.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 1948 Riley RM A | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Maverick | RM A |
Year Released | 1970 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |