1970 Riley 4 vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 36 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, 2006 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Riley 4 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX.
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, 2006 Toyota RunX, 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, 2006 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
