1970 Riley 4 vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Riley 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1970 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Riley | Triumph |
| Model | 4 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
