1970 Riley 4 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 122 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 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Riley | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
