1970 Riley 4 vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 34 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Riley 4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2004 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Riley | Daewoo |
| Model | 4 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
