1970 Riley 4 vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 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), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 167 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 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Riley | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
