1970 Riley 4 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 43 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 92 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, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Riley 4 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Riley | Mini |
| Model | 4 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
