1970 Riley 4 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 38 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 1433 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Riley | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
