1970 Riley 4 vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 66 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.
Because 1970 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 1970 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220, 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Riley | Rover |
| Model | 4 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
