1971 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, both 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep and 1971 Riley 4 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Riley 4 (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 372 kg more than 1971 Riley 4.
Because 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
| Model | Jeep | 4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
