1970 Riley 4 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 112 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 Soul, 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 Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul 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 Soul | |
| Make | Riley | Kia |
| Model | 4 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
