1970 Riley 4 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 42 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 876 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, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Riley | Kia |
| Model | 4 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
